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WCQ: Decision day as Super Eagles target win over Benin Republic
By Tosin Omojola – It is decision day for Nigeria as the Super Eagles face Benin Republic in a must-win final Group C game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The match, scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, will determine whether Nigeria secures a direct ticket or a playoff spot after a turbulent qualifying campaign.…
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North Africans dominate as five African countries seal 2026 World Cup tickets
Five African nations, including four from North Africa, have secured their places in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking another exciting milestone for African football as the continent’s top teams prepare to represent the region on the global stage. Ghana became the latest team to confirm their ticket after securing a narrow but crucial 1–0 victory over Comoros in their…
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Nigeria, Qatar resume talks to explore collaboration in arts, culture, tourism
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy has resumed discussions with the Government of Qatar to deepen cultural exchange and strengthen partnerships in arts and tourism between both countries. Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa met with the Qatari Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Dr. Ali Ghamen Al-Hajri, in Abuja on Monday, where they explored opportunities to promote mutual understanding…
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Tinubu mourns Evangelist Uma Ukpai, labour activist Abiodun Aremu
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of two prominent Nigerians — renowned evangelist Dr. Uma Ukpai and veteran labour activist Comrade Abiodun Aremu — describing both men as selfless patriots who dedicated their lives to service, faith, and humanity. In separate condolence messages issued on Monday, October 13, 2025, the President paid…
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Presidential aide debunks stroke rumour, confirms Wale Edun’s recovery
The Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications to the President, Sunday Dare, has dismissed rumours about the health of Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, confirming that the minister is recuperating well and in good spirits. In a statement from Abuja, Dare revealed that he recently met with Edun “over a bowl…
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2026: Ejigbo APC leaders, supporters rally for Oyebamiji
— we’ll run all-inclusive, participatory governance — Oyebamiji By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Leaders and supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ejigbo Local Government Area of Osun State have declared their total support for the governorship aspiration of the former Commissioner for Finance, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO. Former members of the House of Representatives…
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FCSC, Head of Service hold joint retreat to strengthen civil service
The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) and the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) on Monday held a joint retreat in Abuja aimed at strengthening the Nigerian civil service and improving collaboration between the two institutions. The Chairman of the FCSC, Prof. Tunji Olaopa, and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation,…
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Governors back constitutional role for traditional rulers
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have expressed support for granting constitutional roles to traditional rulers across the country. The governors made the call at the meeting of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN), held in Lagos. The meeting, themed “The Traditional Institution: The Imperative of Its…
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FG to empower communities for flood, disaster management – Shettima
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government is set to empower flood-prone communities across Nigeria to take charge of their own safety and disaster management, Vice President Kashim Shettima has said. Speaking on Monday in Abuja at an event to mark the 2025 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR), Shettima stressed that community participation is key to effective disaster…
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Ojodu LGA boss empowers youth with digital training, urges electoral sensitisation
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Chairman of Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), David Odunmbaku, on Monday kicked off a digital skills empowerment training for 154 youths within the council area, charging them to be actively involved in politics and governance. The training, which commenced at the council secretariat, covers digital literacy, social media marketing, cybersecurity, digital entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and…
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